Gowanus · Brooklyn

Textile Arts Center (Gowanus)

Indigo Dyeing, Weaving & Fiber Arts Studio Sessions

Industrial brick studio on 8th Street in Gowanus teaching natural indigo vat dyeing, table loom weaving, and screen printing with non-toxic pigments.

Workshop & Class Details

Provider:: Textile Arts Center
Skill Level:: beginner
Format:: one-off
Duration:: 2.5 hours
Transparent Total Cost:: $85 (tuition + natural dye vat + practice silk & cotton swatches)
Next Session:: Next session: Oct 25, 10:00 AM
Age Policy:: Adults 18+

Send an inquiry directly to the studio host to coordinate private sessions, team events, or join the next opening.

Sunday afternoon 2:00 p.m. indigo weekend intensive

Bring 2-3 natural fiber garments (100% cotton, linen, or silk) to dip into the indigo vat alongside provided fabric swatches.

Stop at Four & Twenty Blackbirds for salted caramel apple pie or walk the Gowanus canal bridges.

F/G train to 4th Ave / 9th St or R train to 9th St.

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Gowanus · Brooklyn

3.5 hours · 9 min total walking

Dip natural fibers into indigo vats at Textile Arts Center, savor handmade pie at Four & Twenty Blackbirds, and cross the Gowanus Canal.

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Start · Indigo Vat & Fiber Studio: Textile Arts Center (Gowanus)
Learn Shibori fold-and-clamp techniques and dye natural cotton and silk swatches in plant-based indigo.
→ 4 min walk
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Treat · Artisanal Handmade Pie: Four & Twenty Blackbirds
Enjoy a warm slice of salted caramel apple pie or bittersweet chocolate pecan pie with fresh drip coffee.
→ 5 min walk
03
Anchor · Gowanus Canal Overlook: Gowanus Canal Bridge & Waterfront Walk
Watch the sun hit the historic industrial lift bridges and colorful street art along the canal banks.